HC Deb 22 January 1959 vol 598 c46W
73. Mr. Tilney

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps he is taking to prevent the law in Sierra Leone being brought into contempt by the illicit diamond miners.

Mr. Amery

The Sierra Leone Government are fully seized of the importance of restoring respect for law and order in the area. Vigorous police operations are being conducted. Revised legislation restricting the issue of residential permits came into force on 15th January. Other measures will be put before the Sierra Leone Legislature at a special meeting called for 29th January.